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Every log home is unique as its owner. Even if a home is built from the same floor plan, invariably there are custom touches that make each version of that design delightfully personalized.
Because of this, answering the question, “What does a log home cost?” is nearly impossible. But we can help you plan. According lenders, builders and manufacturers in the log homes industry, a historical analysis of their loans for log home buyers reveals average percentages devoted to specific materials and labor costs. Use these percentages to allocate your budget.
- Gutters & Downspouts: 0.5%
- Siding for Gable Ends: 0.5%
- Framing of Joists and Subfloor: 1%
- HVAC Finish Units Set: 1%
- Insulation: 1%
- Electrical Fixtures: 1%
- Exterior Trim: 1%
- Finish Roofing Materials: 1%
- Log Walls Stacked to Roof Line: 1%
- Foundation Excavation: 1%
- Porches & Decks: 1%
- Garage & Garage Doors: 1%
- Plumbing Fixtures Set: 1%
- Interior Trim: 2%
- Interior Staining/Sealing/Painting: 2%
- Interior Doors: 2%
- Electrical Rough In: 2%
- Fireplace/Flue/Finish: 2%
- Appliances: 2%
- Exterior Staining/Sealing/Painting: 2%
- Finish Grading & Landscaping: 2%
- Tile for Kitchens & Baths: 2%
- HVAC Rough In: 3%
- Finishes Carpets & Hardwood Floors: 3%
- Framing Roof & Roof Sheathing: 3%
- Septic/Sewer/Well Water/Water Meter: 3%
- Plumbing Rough In: 3%
- Footings and Foundation Walls: 4%
- Drywall Install & Finish: 4%
- Cabinets & Countertops: 5%
- Clearing Building Site/Grading/Building Permits & Insurance: 5%
- Exterior Doors & Windows: 5%
- Log Home Package: 32%
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